Description
Food supplement with a unique formulation of 17 active ingredients. It is specially formulated to help the skin fight free radicals to prevent collagen reduction and maintain healthy skin, nails and hair.

Ingredients
Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), glucosamine hydrochloride (glucosamine HCl), green tea dry extract (40% EGCG, Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze), vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol), vitamin B3 (niacin), zinc gluconate, sodium hyaluronate, coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone), beta-carotene, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin A (retinyl acetate), copper gluconate, black pepper extract (95% piperine - Piper nigrum L.), lutein, astaxanthin (soy), L-selenium methionine, vitamin H (biotin); bulking agents: microcrystalline cellulose, calcium phosphate; anti-caking agents: vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide; stabiliser: cross-linked sodium carboxymethylcellulose; coating agents: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid; food colourings: E101, E172.2.

Gluten and lactose free.
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Contains no preservatives, artificial sugars or sweeteners.

Nutritional characteristics

Average values	Per single bottle (50 ml)	NRV*
Vitamin C	80 mg	100%
Glucosamine	30 mg	-
Green tea extract	20 mg	-
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)	10 mg	83%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)	10 mg	63%
Zinc	10 mg	100%
Hyaluronic acid	5 mg	-
Coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone)	3 mg	-
Beta-carotene	2 mg	-
Vitamin B6	1.5 mg	107%
Vitamin A (RE)	1 mg	125%
Copper	1 mg	100%
Black pepper extract	1 mg	-
Lutein	0.5 mg	-
Astaxanthin	0.5 mg	-
Selenium	0.07 mg	127%
Vitamin H (biotin)	0.05 mg	100%

*NRV: Nutrient Reference Values

Directions for use
It is recommended to take one tablet daily on a full stomach or as directed by your doctor for at least one month, preferably for a longer period to achieve more lasting results.

Warnings
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children under 3 years of age. Supplements are not intended as a substitute for a varied diet. Consult your doctor before taking the product if you are already taking other food supplements or in case of food allergies, taking medicines or if undergoing medical treatment. Consult your doctor if you experience an unwanted reaction. Consult your doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Gold Collagen Defence.

Storage
Store at a temperature below 30°C, away from direct sunlight and heat and protect from humidity. The expiry date refers to the product stored correctly in an unopened package.
Shelf life in unopened package: 24 months

Format
Pack of 30 tablets

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